The history of immigration in Vancouver is a long and complex one, dating back to the arrival of the first European settlers in the late 1700s. Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, the city saw an influx of immigrants from all over the world, including China, India, and Europe. These immigrants came to Vancouver in search of a better life and to escape persecution in their home countries. They brought with them their own cultures and traditions, which helped to shape the city into the diverse and multicultural place it is today.